Loving the outdoors and being active doesn’t have to take a toll on your skin. The winter wind, the effects of sun exposure, pollution, the lack of moisture in the air is no match for nutrient-packed Edelweiss, our superstar ingredient hand-harvested from the Swiss Alps twice a year.

Edelweiss flowers (Gnaphalium Leontopodium) are a rare, strictly protected mountain herbaceous plant. Collection in the wild is prohibited in most countries to avoid endangerment. Edelweiss is of Asian origin that settled in the mountains of Europe and arctic regions of the world during glacial periods of the planet. It is found predominantly in the highest mountain areas of Europe and Asia. 

Known for its high-elevation survival, this rare, short-lived mountain flower is closest to the sunflower family and symbolizes alpinism, rugged beauty, and purity of the Alps. It is often called 'Noble White', 'Snow Flower' and ‘The Queen of the Mountain’. 

But the power of this beauty goes deeper than just pretty blooms.

Edelweiss flowers thrive in rocky limestone habitats above 5,900 feet in elevation. As for Telluride, if you are lucky, there have been rare sightings of this remarkable plant above 13,000 feet!

Living at such high altitudes means these plants receive some major sun, wind, cold, and general severe weather exposure all of which has contributed to their ability to repair and fight free radicals. 

Adapting to high elevations includes protecting itself from ultraviolet exposure at the highest peaks of Europe by producing significant antioxidants that thwart oxidation caused by UV rays.

A true extremophile botanical, Edelweiss has the ability to fortify, renew and nurture the skin. It has been shown in studies to target skin RNA helping to improve their response to environmental stressors.

You won’t find Edelweiss (Leontopodium alpinum) in all mountain regions, and you won’t see it as a common skincare ingredient but you can find sustainably harvested and protected Edelweiss flowers in our Aspen Dew Illuminating Essence.

So, what can Edelweiss do for your skin?

Rejuvenating

By supporting skin regeneration processes, Edelweiss helps contribute to a healthy and rejuvenated complexion. Rich in antioxidants leontopodic acid and isochlorogenic acid, Edelweiss can help fortify skin against environmental stressors, like UV radiation, pollution, and free radicals. Twice the free radical scavenging properties of vitamin C, Edelweiss helps shield skin from oxidative stress and slow premature aging. 

Calming

Edelweiss contains phenylpropanoids, a compound that posses anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. These phytoactives can help  calm angry or reddened skin. This can be particularly beneficial for those with sensitive or reactive skin.

Hydrating

Edelweiss helps hydrate the skin and prevent moisture loss by restoring hydration and supporting healthy skin barrier function to those suffering from dry or dehydrated skin.

Firming 

Edelweiss can help to support collagen production, which is essential for maintaining skin elasticity and firmness. As we age, our collagen production declines, which can lead to the development of wrinkles and fine lines. Edelweiss contains phytonutrients that may help to improve skin elasticity, reduce the appearance of wrinkles and promote more youthful-looking skin.

Smoothing 

Edelweiss can help to improve the overall texture and appearance of the skin by helping promote cell renewal and regeneration. Natural phytochemicals such as chlorogenic acid, luteolin, bisabolane derivatives, and beta Sitosterol, subsequently assist in improving the appearance of wrinkles and aged and/or irritated skin.This can help to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin tone, and promote a more radiant complexion.

Brightening

Certain compounds found in Edelweiss extract are associated with skin brightening effects which help to reduce hyperpigmentation, fade dark spots, and reveal a more even and radiant skin tone. In addition, Edelweiss can help fortify your skin against sun-induced aging.

These botanical powerhouse components help provide antioxidant, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory defenses for the skin. 

Edelweiss flower extract is truly an alpine treasure, bringing a myriad of health benefits to your skin. From its concentration of free radical scavenging antioxidants to its hydrating and soothing properties, this alpine wonder can transform your skin's look, feel, and health.

Edelweiss survives and thrives

Look closer and you’ll see that the beautiful Edelweiss grows dense hair over its leaves and flower, like a little fuzzy snow hood, to help protect itself against the harsh environment where it thrives so beautifully. So clever!

Adapting to survive, extremophile plants like Edelweiss, produce secondary metabolites that provide cytoprotective properties that also feed your skin with vitamins necessary for vibrant aging. These phytonutrients withstand brutal winter climates then repel pests, fungi, and intense UV radiation in the summer growing season.

Aspen Dew’s custom formulation delivers the benefits of these plants’ powerful response to stress right to your cells to help protect them from the stress from your own environment.

Uniquely protected and sustainably sourced

Sustainable sourcing is an important topic in today’s botanical skincare and an important part of the Telluride GLOWPromise.

Edelweiss is cultivated in high alpine areas in the French speaking part of Switzerland, and the flower is cut only partially while the stems and roots of the plant are left untouched until a second cut later in the year. After the snowy winter the cycle is repeated to ensure the vitality of the plant remains intact, as is the ground it grows from.

Together with perfect ratios of other skin perfecting actives, Aspen Dew with Edelweiss visibly firms and assists in brightening, plus incredible moisture balance while keeping skin-damaging free radicals at bay.

See what this highly adaptive flower can do to illuminate your skin with our Aspen Dew Illuminating Essence.

Inspired by the shimmering aspens surrounding Telluride, Colorado, this is a luxurious hybrid between a micro-serum and a skin conditioner, delivering quadruple humectants for a dewy glow. Niacinamide (B3), Phytoceramides, Aloe Vera and micro-molecular Hyaluronic acid meld with Edelweiss and other regenerating alpine plant actives in a weightless veil for deep, progressive hydration and defense against premature signs of aging.It stands alone beautifully, or pair with The Alpine or Purist serums for amplified skin recovery.

Sources:

Cho, Won Kyong, et al. "Anti-Aging Effects of Leontopodium alpinum (Edelweiss) Callus Culture Extract through Transcriptome Profiling." Genes, vol. 11, no. 2, 2020, p. 230, doi:10.3390/genes11020230.

A letter from our founder Mary Alice...

Aging gracefully or gratefully?

There's no denying being a senior when your Medicare card arrives in the mail. How did that make me feel? Grateful, but not old.

To me, aging gracefully doesn't mean throwing in the towel and accepting what aging does to you.

We need to shed the notion that it is self-centered and vain to take care of yourself and want to look and feel your best. After all, feeling more engaged can contribute to a longer and fuller life.

There is no obligation to demurely step back to let others step in, unless you want to. This is a time to do more of what you want after a life of doing what 'needs' to be done and doing for others.

Simplify

Most people I know are busier than ever, so a simplified skincare routine was mandatory in creating TellurideGlow. I worked closely with an award-winning micro-formulation chemist to create the most effective formulas with the best botanical ingredients in the purest formulas. No synthetics, no fillers.

What does this mean? Fewer products and less time so you can spend more time on your interests than in front of the mirror.

So Easy

TellurideGlow is just two steps, morning and night, plus our Snow Rose Recovery Mask weekly. The natural scents in our products are heavenly because I believe your streamlined routine should be something to look forward to.

Simply apply the Aspen Dew Illuminating Essence in a soothing Aloe Vera base as the first step.

• It delivers dozens of water-soluble nutrients
• Deep, multi-level hydration
• Brightens and evens out skin tone
• Smooths and helps prevent fine lines
• Protects and strengthens the skin
• Promotes skin firming collagen production

Aspen Dew can stand alone, but the magic happens when followed with one of our anhydrous serums: The Alpine Phytonutrient or The Purist Delicate Skin if you have sensitive or reactive skin. Pick one serum, not both. Or choose based on your scent presence, because both deliver immediate brightness, smoothing, radiance and plumping.

• Delivers dozens of oil-soluble nutrients
• Nourishing, multi-active moisture
• Strengthens the skin barrier
• Evens out skin tone and redness
• Promotes healthy cell renewal
• Calming and protective antioxidants

Adding a moisturizer is not necessary; for most people that may be just a habit, as well as special creams for the eyes, neck, day, night, etc. But sunscreen, preferably without Oxybenzone, is a good practice.

The investment is in quality and the result is healthier, more youthful and radiant skin with antioxidant defenses against environmental aggression.

Because while there's nothing wrong with aging, there is no reason to age faster than we have to.

I’ve experienced such freedom and such great results that I created TellurideGlow recovery skincare to share that joy with you.

I hope you let me know what you think.

As always, I'm grateful for you.

Mary Alice 

While it may be a mouthful to pronounce, Superoxide Dismutase (SOD) is an enzyme that helps break down potentially harmful oxygen molecules in cells.

It is a key enzyme that helps support vital chemical reactions in the body. Yes, it can be manufactured in a lab, but Telluride Glow extracts this critical enzyme from plants.

Superoxide dismutase is used in Telluride Glow's Aspen Dew Illuminating Essence as a rejuvenating ingredient and powerful antioxidant because of its ability to fight free radical damage. SOD helps preventing wrinkles, fine lines, age spots, soften the appearance of scar tissue, combat damage from UV rays, and reduce other signs of aging.

Even better, it helps reverse signs of aging. It does this by promoting a healthy complexion, encouraging resilient, luminous skin. It brightens hyperpigmentation, age spots, and acne marks, for an even-toned complexion.

How does Superoxide Dismutase work in our Aspen Dew Essence? 

While it's a key ingredient on its own, our whole plant botanical ingredients work synergistically with superoxide dismutase to revitalize the skin.

Arnica and bearberry assist in reducing inflammation and improving microcirculation to combat puffiness and brown spots. You’ll notice brighter, bouncier, more radiant skin over time.

Just one more reason why Aspen Dew is an essential daily product to promote healthier skin.

“Our skin is the main interface between our bodies and pollutants from road traffic, power generation, agricultural/waste incineration and industry. Features of skin aging, such as wrinkles and dark spot formation, are accelerated in heavily polluted environments and the number of those suffering with skin conditions, such as acne, is increased.” - Dr. Kluk, Harper's Baazar

And since the latest figures show that 91% of the world’s population live in places where air quality exceeds the World Health Organization’s guideline limit, and 4.2 million deaths every year occur as a result of exposure to ambient (outdoor) air pollution, anti-pollution skincare is here to stay.

If sun exposure is our skin’s number one enemy, pollution is the number two.

Obviously it's important to be vigilant about keeping your skin immaculate and removing pollutants as often as you can, and never, ever sleep with the day's grime on your face.

TellurideGlow Skin Recovery is nutritional skincare that supports cleanliness because every ingredient contains one or more antibacterial, anti-fungal, antiviral, antiseptic, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. You can reapply the serum during the day by rubbing one drop (not a full pump) between clean hands and pressing over your make-up to refresh.

The Best Anti-Pollution Skincare Ingredients

There are many ingredients commonly used in TellurideGlow products that help fight the toxic effects of pollution.

Antioxidants: Vitamin C, A + E plus Superoxide Dismutase and Edelweiss

Antioxidants like vitamin C are top of the list to repel skin damaging free radicals common in pollution and UV rays and have many benefits for the skin. They increase microcirculation, which helps stimulate the skin's self-cleansing, self-healing and self-regenerating ability. They can also reverse some of pollution's side effects by brightening skin and stimulating collagen to keep skin looking and feeling firmer.

No one encompasses more antioxidants in skin care than TellurideGlow, so there is no need to purchase additional anti-pollution products, especially if you are using the two-step ritual of the Aspen Dew Illuminating Essence plus your choice of one Serum night and day. Where to find these ingredients: Aspen Dew, The Purist, The Alpine

Mineral Clays

The mineral-loaded cocktail of New Zealand Glacial Clay and Kaolin in Snow Rose Recovery Mask will help counter the effects of pollution on skin. The magnesium, iron, potassium and calcium found in this product help replenish what pollution depletes and rebalance for proper skin function. It encourages vibrancy, stabilizes hydration levels and helps skin absorb vital trace minerals and nutrients. Where to find these ingredients: Snow Rose Recovery Mask 

Dew bean, Rosehip, Shavegrass, Aspen Bark Extract, White Willow Bark, Camellia, Frankincense

This combination helps to strengthen and balance the skin and work together to nourish, cleanse tissues, assist in the skin purging process and increase skin's ability to bounce back. Where to find these ingredients: Aspen Dew, The Purist, The Alpine 

Rose Damascene

Finely powdered rose petals hydrate while helping to draw pollution toxins up and out of the skin then exfoliate them to oblivion. If applied once a week, this ingredient can help reverse the side effects of pollution and leave skin fresh and smooth. Where to find these ingredients: Snow Rose Recovery Mask

Micro-mollecular Hyaluronic Acid, Phytoceramides, Tremella Mushroom, Aloe Vera, Shiitake & Chamomile Hydrosomes

Hydration is key to soothe the skin and maintain suppleness. These ingredients protect your skin against dryness and irritation caused by pollution by reinforcing and protecting the skin from trans-epidermal water loss. Where to find these ingredients: Aspen Dew, Snow Rose Mask, The Purist, The Alpine 

Sunscreen

Sunscreen is an obvious essential. After much trial and error, my favorite is Supergoop Unseen Sunscreen SPF 40 because it has no questionable ingredients and feels like a velvety, clear primer.

Day in, day out exposure to exhaust, smog, smoke, free radicals and even extreme climate can cause many offensive side effects for your skin, like dehydration, wrinkles, fine lines, premature aging, weakened skin, dullness and sensitivity. Incorporating anti-pollution ingredients and diligent sunscreen application is now more necessary than ever.

Sources:

Parrado, C., Mercado-Saenz, S., Perez-Davo, A., Gilaberte, Y., Gonzalez, S., & Juarranz, A. (2019). Environmental Stressors on Skin Aging: Mechanistic Insights. Frontiers in Pharmacology, 10, 759. https://doi.org/10.3389/fphar.2019.00759

Shiitake, Chamomile, Gogi, and Acai. You'll see them in other botanical brands, but you probably won't see them in the unique way Telluride Glow organically delivers them, as dehydrazomes.

Imagine a skincare solution that not only moisturizes but works intelligently with your skin to reduce fine lines, enhance serum absorption, and prevent moisture loss, resulting in plumper and intensely hydrated skin.

Understanding this takes a little science to speak, so we'll try to break it down in the section below. This is where the science comes into organic skincare, and hope you find it as fascinating as we do!

You can find these plumping actives in our Purist Delicate Skin and Alpine Phytonutrient Serum so that you can experience the transformative power of our dehydrazomes for yourself.

When dehydrasomes are applied to the skin, the hydrophilic (dissolvable) portions of the phospholipids naturally migrate to hydrophilic environments where they assemble into a multi-vesicular system that communicates with lipid exchange. 

This moisture causes these vesicles to swell and minimizes the appearance of fine lines by plumping the skin.

Because the vesicles penetrate the stratum corneum (deep into nooks and crannies) and bind with the moisture present, they can inhibit trans‐epidermal water loss (TEWL) to increase moisturization.

In addition to swelling capacities, dehydrasomes enhance the delivery of all additional active extracts.

Our unique phospholipids:

Phospholipids form the structural basis of dehydrasomes, creating vesicles that mimic the natural lipid bilayers of skin cells. This biomimicry allows dehydrasomes to merge effortlessly with the skin's barrier, ensuring a more efficient and targeted release of encapsulated actives into the skin. 

Corthellus Shiitake (Mushroom) Dehydrasomes

Shiitake Dehydrasomes consists of certified organic phospholipids dispersed in biomimetic-certified organic sunflower oil. Shiitake Mushroom extracts are credited with boosting life force energy or “qi” while preventing premature aging.

Dehydrazome Organic Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria)

We combine Shiitake with Dehydrazome Organic Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract in The Purist Delicate Skin Serum to utilize the potent nutritive benefits of Shiitake with the soothing, calming properties of Chamomile, rich in flavonoids that provide antioxidant protection.

Dehydrazome Goji (Lycium barbarum)

Our red goji berries originate in the Nepalese mountainside. These berries are rich in carotenoids, and contain more beta‐carotene than carrots!

Dehydrazome Organic Acai (Euterpe oleracea)

Acai berry extracts are rich in healthy fatty acids, Vitamin A, Iron, and Calcium. Combining certified organic acai with Goji extracts in The Alpine Phytonutrient Serum allows us to harness the nutritive benefits of the fruit.

Unlock nature's secret to radiant skin. Experience the innovative blend of organic extracts and pioneering science for a more beautiful you!

It seems many of us have been searching for the best eye cream, seemingly our entire life, trying dozens of brands at every price point.

The Purist Delicate Skin Serum was formulated to revitalize the face and also happens to be the best solution we’ve experienced to moisturize the delicate eye area and diminish fine lines and dull, rough areas.

Our anhydrous formula softens crow’s feet and helps reduce dark under-eye circles, firms, and tones like nothing else. It's also the best for reducing puffiness to brighten the skin around the eye area and prepare for concealer or makeup application.

Why an oil vs an eye cream?

"Oils serve a similar function to traditional eye creams; however, they use an oil vehicle and often contain all-natural and botanical ingredients," says Dr. Joshua Zeichner, a dermatologist at Zeichner Dermatology in New York City.

"Eye oils do not contain water or water-based ingredients," says Dr. Hadley King, a dermatologist at Day Dermatology & Aesthetics in New York City."If you're prone to puffiness, an eye oil could be your best bet over a cream." And we've added Arnica Montana flower from Alpine meadows to further combat puffiness.

Don't be afraid of plant oils

"Oil" used to be a dirty word in skincare, because no one wants to appear greasy. Today's beauty industry has come around to oils, realizing that it's not about cutting out all oils, but rather about using the right ones. Beauty brands and shoppers alike decided to ditch mineral oil and petroleum products and their pore-clogging ilk, instead turning to lighter, antioxidant-rich versions, many of which absorb so quickly they feel "dry" to the touch in seconds.

The Purist Delicate Skin Serum

The Purist Delicate Skin Serum was formulated for sensitive skin, which makes it ideal for the eye area because it is free from all potential irritants that could leave the eye area red or contribute to dark circles.

This serum is the epitome of anti-aging antioxidant nectar with Pomegranate, arctic Cranberry, Camellia, Hemp, Nepalese Goji, and natural Vitamin E from Sunflowers.

Why we love The Purist 

• When used only for the eye area, it uses such a minuscule amount that a bottle should last a year or more.
• Subtle honey-vanilla scent.
• Hardworking yet free from fragrance allergens, essential oils, photo-sensitizers, gluten, alcohol, and nuts.
• No synthetic fragrance, synthetic colors, T.E.A., D.E.A., glycols, silicones, PEGs. Ethoxylate, Formaldehyde, or any harmful or controversial ingredients.
•  No balling up under makeup.
•  One product for two solutions: face and eyes in one swoop.
•  Smooths the skin so concealer goes on evenly.
•  100% lightweight, unprocessed, noncomedogenic seed oils for fast absorption.

How to use The Purist as an eye serum

 Gently dispense half a drop from the pipette of the Purist Travel Size. Or, if you’re using our full-sized Purist bottle, use slow pressure to release half a drop onto your finger tips. dispense half a drop from the pipette. Massage under the eye for daytime, and over the entire eye area at night until it disappears. Night-time is your skin's chance to recover and repair. If you don't use eye makeup, then it's fine to use over the lid area for daytime as well. If you've used too much, keep spreading and massaging to treat more areas. 

One and done

We believe in effortless skincare; isn't it nice to take care of your eyes with the same product that rejuvenates your face? If you are already using the Purist to revitalize the face, don't be afraid of the eye area. And if you haven't tried Telluride Glow and are looking for a better eye treatment, this may be it.

Changes in temperature, humidity levels, and exposure to environmental factors all have an impact on our skin.

During winter, skin can become dull and dehydrated from the constant exposure and fluctuation between dry indoor air and cold outdoor temperatures.

But as the snow begins to melt and the weather starts to warm up, our skin can experience a rebound effect, leading to an increase in oil production. Coupled with higher levels of environmental allergens like pollen, you’ve got a recipe for triggering breakouts, skin allergies, and increased skin sensitivities. 

This makes spring the perfect time to detoxify and revitalize our skin.

Tailoring your skincare routine to address these seasonal changes is an easy way to do this. 

Note, it's essential to understanding that skin types vary—oily, dry, combination, sensitive—and each has its unique challenges with seasonal changes

For example, those with oily skin might need to focus on balancing oil production without stripping the skin of its precious acid mantle, while those with chronically dry skin should prioritize hydration and barrier repair. Skin conditions like eczema, rosacea, and acne require special attention.

Adapting your skincare to mitigate exacerbating these conditions during seasonal transitions is crucial.

How? 

The key is to start with the basics. 

Now is the time to incorporate skincare products that offer protection, hydration, and nourishment. 

Our Alpine Phytonutrient Serum, rich in revitalizing alpine adaptogens like Swiss Edelweiss, is designed to help the skin transition smoothly from one season to the next. 

This helps ensure your skin remains healthy, radiant, and resilient throughout the spring season.

Here are some tips that can be easily incorporated into your skincare routine to achieve luminous, glowing skin this spring.

Tips for Radiant Spring Skin 

Fortify & Strengthen

Reach for cold-pressed lipids like cloudberry and Himalayan sea buckthorn oils to strengthen the skin's acid mantle and reduce irritation. We have included them in both The Alpine Phytonutrient Serum and The Purist Delicate Skin Serum, to help fortify and lock in moisture for a hydrated glowing complexion.

Shield Against UV Damage

With warmer weather comes more time spent outdoors. This means that skipping your SPF is a no-no. Broad-spectrum chemical-free sunscreens with an SPF of 30 or higher, reapplied every two hours, are a must for shielding your skin effectively. 

Protect With Antioxidants

Counteract adverse effects of oxidative stress with whole-plant botanicals and protective antioxidants like pomegranate seed oil, which you can find in The Purist Delicate Skin Serum, or moringa oil, found in The Alpine Phytonutrient Serum that offer an extra layer of defense against environmental damage.

Gently Resurface & Rejuvenate

Rejuvenate your spring skincare routine. Powerful resurfacing botanicals like aspen bark and dew bean are perfect for skin rejuvenation and brightening. Both are found in our Aspen Dew Illuminating Essence. These ingredients have been specifically selected for their proven effectiveness.

Exfoliate Weekly

Gentle exfoliation removes accumulated dead skin cells, revealing a fresh, vibrant complexion while helping to boost cell turnover. Our Snow Rose Recovery Mask  doubles as a gentle skin scrub, safe for sensitive skin, helping to detoxify and prepare your skin for spring.

Gentle exfoliation is key, particularly for sensitive skin types. To avoid over-irritation and maintain skin health, limit exfoliation to no more than once a week.

Dry Brush Daily

Dry brushing helps to stimulate circulation and can help activate the lympatic system allowing our body and skin to detoxify. Dry brush daily before showering to help supporting your body’s immune system and help skin detoxify efficiently.

Upgrade Your Lifestyle

In addition to topical treatments, consider the impact of lifestyle factors like diet, hydration levels, sleep, and stress. A balanced diet rich in antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids, adequate water intake, quality sleep, and stress management techniques can all contribute to long-term skin health and beauty!

Lastly, while adapting your skincare routine for spring, remember the importance of consulting with a dermatologist or skincare professional, especially for those with specific concerns or conditions. They can provide personalized advice and suggest professional treatments that complement your at-home care.

By adopting a comprehensive care strategy, you can make sure your skin transitions smoothly into spring, remaining vibrant, healthy, and resilient through next winter and beyond!

There are few modern skincare ingredients more deserving of their superstar status than niacinamide. 

This derivative of vitamin B3, also called niacin or nicotinic acid, is a true workhorse when it comes to addressing a myriad of skin concerns.

From stubborn adult acne to uneven skin tone, niacinamide's unique attributes offers an impressive array of benefits, including effectively reducing hyperpigmentation, enhancing hydration, taming redness, and combating the signs of skin aging. 

This article dives into the role of niacinamide in skin care, exploring its benefits, antioxidant properties, and its targeted action on specific skin conditions. 

Skincare benefits of Niacinamide

Balance oil production 

Niacinamide supports acneic skin by helping to reduce inflammation, controlling sebum production, and minimizing the appearance of enlarged pores. Its anti-inflammatory properties tame breakout-prone skin, while its ability to balance oil products helps keep skin clear. 

Even out hyperpigmentation 

Through its action on melanin synthesis, niacinamide helps brighten skin and even out skin tone. It may help to inhibit pigment transfer, resulting in a more uniform luminous complexion. 

Enhances skin barrier function

Niacinamide strengthens the skin's barrier function, enhancing its resilience against environmental stressors and irritants. Improved barrier health helps skin retain moisture and guards against pollutants, environmental toxins and pollen exposure.

Hydrate

It improves skin hydration by increasing ceramide production, an essential component of the skin's lipid barrier. This action helps lock in moisture, leaving the skin plump and hydrated.

Rejuvenate

Niacinamide visibly reduces the signs of aging, such as fine lines, wrinkles, and skin sagging, by boosting collagen and stimulating keratin production, proteins vital for skin strength and elasticity. This results in a firmer, refreshed appearance.

Guard against premature skin aging

Niacinamide also acts as a potent antioxidant, neutralizing free radicals generated by environmental exposure to pollutants and UV radiation. This helps curb premature skin aging and maintains skin health and vitality.

Specific skin concerns

Rosacea and redness

Its taming effects make niacinamide an effective ally for rosacea and general skin redness, reducing inflammation and the look of flushed skin.

Eczema and psoriasis

By bolstering the skin's barrier and providing hydration, niacinamide can help comfort eczema and psoriasis, helping offer relief to angry skin.

When incorporating niacinamide into your skincare routine, choose products with appropriate concentrations (typically between 2% and 10%) for your skin's needs.  Niacinamide is generally well-tolerated.

Niacinamide plays well with many actives and is compatible with vitamins C and E (tocopherol), which can enhance its overall benefits. You can find a synergistic blend of both niacinamide and vitamin C in our brightening Aspen Dew Illuminating Skin Essence.

Plant-based niacinamide

The interest in natural skincare has led to the development of plant-based niacinamide sources, which may offer improved bioavailability and potentially fewer side effects. 

Key sources of botanically-derived niacinamide include seaweed, avocado, and sunflower seeds, among others. 

Niacinamide stands out in the realm of skincare for its multifaceted benefits, from balancing acne prone skin to enhancing hydration and revitalizing lack-lustre skin. It's a favorite in the world of results-driven skincare and once you've tried it you're sure to see why.

Redness, irritation, dryness, flaking, and breakouts are possible signs that your skin is suffering. Causes of sensitive skin reactions may include:

• Overly dry or injured skin that can no longer protect nerve endings, leading to skin reactions.
• Excessive exposure to skin-damaging environmental factors such as sun and wind or excessive heat or cold.
• Genetic factors, age, gender, and race differences in skin sensitivity may play a role in causing skin reactions.
• Skin disorders or allergic skin reactions such as eczema, rosacea, or allergic contact dermatitis.

One simple step to help alleviate issues is to make sure your reactions are not coming from products with hidden irritants, such as cleansers, toners, and sunscreen...even if they say “for sensitive skin” or “all skin types”.  

Sensitizing ingredients to watch out for

Fragrance

Or parfum as it is sometimes called, can have up to 200 scent chemicals, making it one of the most common culprits responsible for reactions to personal care products.

Essential oils

While we are fans of the powerful benefits of essential oils, some people may not be able to tolerate the naturally occurring fragrance allergens.

That’s just one reason we formulated The Purist Delicate Skin Serum, free from essential oils, alcohol, allergens, fragrance, photosensitizing ingredients, nuts, gluten, fillers, chemical preservatives, or other substances that could wreak havoc on sensitive skin.

"I am hooked. I have to say it is now peak pollen season, it’s everywhere and I am not scratching my neck, not feeling irritated and my skin tone is looking more even and brighter." ~ Lydia R. 

Propylene glycol

Like PEGs (petroleum compounds), propylene glycol helps ingredients to be absorbed by the skin more readily...meaning it can also help it absorb things that are harmful to you and can cause allergic reactions.

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

SLS is known to be a skin irritant. It can strip the skin of its natural oils which can cause dry skin, irritation, and inflammatory reactions like dermatitis and eczema, and dermatitis. 

Chemical sunscreens

These can cause an eczema-like allergic reaction that can spread beyond the exposed area and last long after you’re out of the sun with chemicals including oxybenzone, avobenzone, octisalate, octocrylene, homosalate, and octinoxate.  

"I have super dry skin but I also was diagnosed with Rosacea last year. I had 3 people ask me about what I have been using today and I am sending them all your way! "~ Amber B.

You can find a complete list of our banned ingredients on our Values page at TellurideGlow.com.

Not only are these ingredients potentially harmful, but they may also lead to skin sensitivity.  

The Purist Delicate Skin Serum

Once you’ve checked your other products to make sure they are not the culprits, choose an anti-inflammatory serum that will not only soothe but will contribute to radiant skin, every day, from our highest-grade skin-beautifying ingredients extracted from over 50 whole plant botanicals.

We tried The Purist Delicate Skin Serum on 50 people with sensitive skin, from adult acne and constant flare-ups to unexplained reactions, and 98% of users had absolutely no reaction but did experience healthier, glowing skin.

We invite you to sample our Luxe Minis of The Purist Delicate Skin Serum for yourself. The Purist may be your answer to avoiding reaction symptoms while restoring healthy skin with our pure, unadulterated ingredients. 

It’s not just what we keep out, it’s what we put in to our skin that counts!

Adaptogens are the new buzzword in skincare but these ingredients that have been used for hundreds, maybe thousands, of years in herbal medicine to restore the body to its natural state.

In skincare, adaptogens work like antioxidants in that their main purpose is to protect the body from external stressors and bring it back to its normal state. They can decrease inflammation, cleanse the skin by killing bacteria, viruses, and fungi, decrease oil production, protect, and hydrate while providing potent antioxidants.

Traditionally, adaptogenic herbs have grown in some of the most inhospitable areas of the planet which likely gives them their stress and fatigue-fighting properties. Some adaptogens are considered extremophiles of the plant kindgom.

Bioavailability is key

Adaptogen plants need to be quality-controlled to have bioavailability and proven ability to reach the targeted skin layer. The best way to do this is to leave them in their natural state, undisturbed by heat and processing as we do with our whole-plant ingredients at Telluride Glow. Care and thoughtfulness must be applied at every step, from harvest to formulation, if the skin is to reap the full benefits. 

Adaptogen plants often grow in stressed environments, bestowing potent nutrients as a survival mechanism. For us, that means delivering better skin nutrition. 

TellurideGlow transports raw plant energy from alpine survivalist plants right to your skin. We source worldwide to provide the highest ratios and greatest variety of cytoprotective high-altitude botanicals on the market. 

Age-old adaptogenic botanicals

Each adaptogenic ingredient in our formulas uniquely supports the skin, bringing overall balance and resilience to the complexion. 

Tremella mushroom (aka snow mushroom)

The polysaccharides (naturally occurring long chains of carbohydrate molecules) found in tremella have immunological properties. They help adjust the immune system to assist the body in fighting off skin stressors. You can find snow mushroom in our Snow Rose Recovery Mask.

Aloe vera

Aloe is known to contain twelve substances that play a role in soothing inflammation. The disinfecting and antimicrobial properties also play a role in fighting harmful bacteria. This wonder plant is perfectly suited to assist the body with defense mechanisms. And it's just one of the many reasons we choose aloe as our first ingredient (as opposed to water) in our best-selling Aspen Dew Illuminating Essence. 

Marchmallow root

Stress has been shown to impair the skin barrier, leaving it prone to water loss and dehydration. Marshmallow root helps to fortify the skin barrier and increase skin hydration. The healing, moisturizing, and soothing qualities of marshmallow root make it highly effective for revitalizing stressed skin.

Goji berry

Lycium barbarum (Goji) contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory carotenoids, and flavonoids. Goji berries can help stimulate collagen, improving your skin's elasticity to keep it looking radiant. Goji reduces irritation and minimizes sun damage that leads to wrinkles, age spots, and sagging skin. 

Moringa

Moringa is an Ayurvedic favorite that is ultra-hydrating and boasts a high antioxidant content that helps protect against pollution. Discover the hydrating powers of moringa for yourself in our Alpine Phytonutrient Serum. 

Lavender and chamomile essential oil 

These are aromatic nervines that support the nervous system. They are used to help relieve muscle tension, circular thoughts, wakeful nights, and the occasional worry...or perhaps ongoing worry that many are experiencing during the coronavirus.

Sea buckthorn

A super fruit that contains all of the omegas — not just 3, 6, and 9, but also the ultra-rare 7 — as well as more than 60 antioxidants and at least 20 minerals.

Known as “Holy Fruit” in the Himalayan Mountains where it is grown, it is often used to improve skin health, as it has been linked to healing psoriasis and to slowing aging. Sea Buckthorn is recognized for its outstanding cellular regeneration properties for skin, you can find it in our Purist Delicate Skin Serum.

Do you know what damages skincare nutrients? 

Heat, light, and air.

To keep your products at top efficacy, look for dark containers to keep out light, and avoid products in clear glass, especially those with fragile antioxidants.

Seek out treatment pumps over droppers to keep out air, and choose companies that use cold processing and cold formulating.